A review from Goalie Store.com:
I just got my hands on a set of Valken V-Max gloves. Here is my review of them:
The glove:
When I first saw this catcher, I thought “oh great, another low-level mission-like catcher”. I’m glad I gave them a chance. The V-Max catcher costs $150 and I think it’s the best $150 catcher on the market! I was looking for a pro catcher when I stumbled upon Valken Hockey. I’ve heard good things about their inline pants, but how’s their goalie equipment? First thing you notice is that the catcher has pro specs. It’s as large as an RBK P2 pro, RBK X-Pulse pro, Vaughn 5500, I-Tech 12.8, ect. I measured it, and its NHL and IIHF legal. For the most part, the glove comes broken in. The glove has nice leather-work, not the fake leather that you see on low-end equipment. The glove has two adjustable straps for proper fitting. It’s not the lightest glove I’ve used, but its size and protection makes it great for goalies that play angles. On the rink, it eats up the puck; that’s because of the catcher’s deep pocket. No pop-outs! For protection, the catcher has a thicker than normal palm. For its features, I would expect paying $250+ for this catcher. Overall, this is the best glove on the market for its price. This catcher is legit!
The Blocker:
The V-Max blocker is just solid. Like the catcher, it’s NHL and IIHF legal. Nice pads in-front of the fingers, solid thumb protection, and a nice palm. Just like the catcher, the blocker has nice leather-work. As for it’s weight, not the lightest but not the heaviest blocker I’ve ever used. There also is a wrist strap on there too. Overall, I have no complaints. This is a solid blocker for $120.
I play against players that play college, juniors, and pro, and I have no fears wearing these gloves. Valken does make leg pads as well. I got to see them (and they look solid), but I haven’t had a chance to wear them in a game. Bottom line, Valken isn’t just low-end, cool looking, inline equipment. Valken goalie equipment is legit. I was blown away the first time out on the ice.